Chief Information Security Officer

City of New York•New York, NY

15h•$160,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The New York City Department of Probation (DOP) is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to join its Information Technology team. The role is responsible for strengthening the agency’s cybersecurity and physical security posture, addressing current vulnerabilities, and implementing enterprise-grade solutions. The candidate should bring hands-on experience with network security technologies such as Palo Alto and Cisco, surveillance systems such as Genetec, and knowledge of threat detection, incident response, and compliance.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to projects and policies required by the position, or equivalent education and/or experience.
Hands-on experience with network security technologies such as Palo Alto and Cisco.
Experience with surveillance systems such as Genetec.
Understanding of threat detection, incident response, and compliance.

Responsibilities

Monitor network traffic and system logs using SIEM platforms and tools such as Palo Alto Panorama and Cisco SecureX to identify suspicious activity and investigate anomalies.
Conduct vulnerability scans and penetration tests using tools such as Tenable and Qualys to identify and remediate risks across infrastructure and endpoints.
Respond to security alerts and incidents, contain threats, and support forensic investigations using packet capture tools, log analysis, and endpoint telemetry.
Configure and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and centralized port security systems to enforce security policies and block malicious activity.
Lead implementation of Genetec Security Center for CCTV coverage across agency facilities.
Develop and enforce a formal IT security framework, including policies, incident response plans, and user awareness training.
Deploy web filtering and site-blocking controls to prevent access to malicious or inappropriate websites.
Implement centralized port security to detect and block rogue devices on the network.
Lead deployment of four Palo Alto firewalls to enhance protection of internal systems against external threats.
Collaborate with internal bureaus and external partners, including NYC Cyber Command, to assess risks, share intelligence, and improve the agency’s security posture.
Evaluate IT and surveillance equipment before deployment to ensure compliance with security benchmarks.